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Free Level 3 Early Childhood Development Course in Greenwich

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Early Childhood Development Course in Greenwich. Classes run at Eltham Hill School, full-time during the day.

The course covers children's care and education from birth to eight years old. You'll explore child development, learning environments, safeguarding, and the wider early childhood sector. It runs over two years and suits those looking to build a strong foundation in early years work.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Early Childhood Development.

Who this course is for

This subject allows students to engage in a broad investigation of various aspects of the Early Childhood Development sector. This specific course allows students to engage in a broad investigation of the children’s care and education sector (0-8 years).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how children develop physically, emotionally, and cognitively from birth to age eight.
  • You'll study approaches to early years care and education.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
  • You'll examine how learning environments support children's development.
  • You'll investigate the roles and responsibilities of early years practitioners.
  • You'll develop understanding of working with families and communities.
  • You'll build knowledge of legislation and policy that shapes the early childhood sector.

How you will learn

This is a classroom-based course delivered full-time at Eltham Hill School. As a BTEC qualification, assessment is largely coursework-based. You'll complete assignments and projects throughout the two years. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is assessed against set criteria, so you build evidence of your skills and knowledge as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Eltham Hill School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early Years Assistant, supports children's learning and daily routines in a nursery or school setting.
  • Nursery Assistant, helps care for and educate young children in a nursery environment.
  • Early Years Educator, takes a lead role in planning and delivering activities for young children.
  • Childcare Worker, provides care and support for children in a range of settings.
  • Teaching Assistant (Early Years), supports classroom learning in reception or Key Stage 1.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification, the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, giving you a route into a lead practitioner role.
  • Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, for those wanting to move into senior or management roles.
  • BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies, a degree route for those aiming toward leadership, research, or teaching careers in the sector.
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